After receiving 36 votes in the Legislative Assembly, Faisal Rathore, the 16th prime minister of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, formally assumed office. Following a successful no-confidence motion, the election confirmed that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) now controls the region under Faisal Rathore Prime Minister of AJK.
Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore is the son of the late Raja Mumtaz Hussain Rathore, a respected former Prime Minister of AJK. Known for his political legacy and strong grassroots connection, Faisal Rathore began his journey in Haveli and rose through the ranks with dedication and party loyalty.
With the backing of 37 lawmakers, his election signifies the return of PPP leadership in Azad Kashmir. Despite supporting the motion, the PML-N declined to join the cabinet. The Muzaffarabad session was chaired by Speaker Chaudhry Latif Akbar.
Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore is well known for his strategic thinking, calm manner, and unwavering dedication to public service. Years of grassroots involvement, party discipline, and a thorough comprehension of the local political climate are all factors in his ascent to the premiership. Known for bridging generational gaps within the PPP, Rathore has consistently emphasized inclusive governance and youth empowerment, making him a symbol of continuity and renewal in Azad Kashmir’s evolving political narrative.
The appointment of Rathore is viewed as a new beginning for regional unity, development, and governance. He vowed to serve the populace with renewed vigor, emphasizing the Kashmir freedom movement and public welfare.
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